The NBA’s top draft pick hasn’t disappointed on or off the court. A look at some of Anthony Edwards’ top rookie cards, most active auctions, largest sales and a peek at his sense of humor.
Vintage Sports Card News
The W9316 Strip Card Set is Short, Hideous, and Rare
Rarity helps generate interest in the otherwise forgettable W9316 baseball strip card set.
Business News
Clean Sweep Auction Includes Herpolsheimer Ruth Rookie Card
Acquired in a 1980s trade that turned out to be quite a steal, a rare 1916 Babe Ruth rookie card joins hundreds of other lots at Clean Sweep Auctions.
Industry News
Michael Jordan College Jersey Sets Record Price in Heritage Auction
One of Michael Jordan’s old college jerseys and a T206 Honus Wagner were among the headliners as Heritage Auctions wrapped up its big spring auction.
Sports Memorabilia News
Former Yankees Exec’s 1978 World Series Ring Part Of Wheatland Auction
The collection of former New York Yankees executive Marshall “Marsh” Samuel is selling at auction.
Around the Hobby
Notes: Target Pausing Some Card Sales; New Denver Show; eBay Issues; Ticket Man
Target will pause sales of most sports card boxes by Friday; a large Colorado show is in the works; we’re talking shows and auctions with Collectable Daily …plus eBay makes some (ugh) changes… a TV story on ticket collector Russ Havens.
- Notes: Curry’s Bruce Lee Shoes Auction; Heritage Tally, More
- Cris Dishman Q&A: Collecting Cards as a Kid, Raiders Fandom and Signing Autographs at Astrodome
- Notes: Full Capacity in Philly; CSA Back This Month; ESPN on Famous Missing Memorabilia
- Notes: $1 Million for Topps Gretzky RC; MLB TV’s New Card Show; Top NBA Jersey Auctions; Durant RC Giveaway
Editor’s Blog
Notes: SGC Lowers Costs; Koufax Selling Direct; ATL Show; Big Brady Pull; Panini on Retail Situation; Cubs Love Cards
SGC drops its base grading price; Sandy Koufax is now selling direct to collectors; a good sized show in Atlanta over the weekend; a huge Flawless pull; Panini reaffirms commitment to big box distribution and the Cubs are into cards.
Shop Talk
Shop Talk: T-Mall Fall, Flawless Football, Tom Brady Score
Taking a chance on a hobby product goes awry at the shop, while a high-end product flies out the door and a nice collection walk in the door.